Westfield, IL

Illinois

Westfield is a small town in Illinois with a population of 418. Residents earn $62,986 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
418 Population 427/sq mi density
$62,986 Median Income $31,271 per capita
$72,000 Home Value $96,846 Zillow
$910 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$62,986 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,000 home value, $910/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,986
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $910
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

How Westfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population418
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density427/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,986
Per Capita$31,271
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$715M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,000
Rent$910
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$96,846
Housing Units217
Rent Burden20.8%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking17.7%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation766 ft (233 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries4

Is Westfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westfield receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Westfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westfield is $62,986, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westfield is $72,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Westfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Westfield has a population of 418 with a density of 427 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

418
Total Population
427
People / sq mi
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Westfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westfield is $62,986, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Westfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,986
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,271
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$67,251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)337
County GDP$715M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Westfield is $72,000, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $96,846.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,000
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$96,846

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$910
22% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.0%
Housing Units217
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Rate5.16%
In Westfield, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Westfield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits63.6%
Premature Death9,615/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access61.0%
Healthcare Facilities27
Westfield has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall11.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation766 ft (233 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density427/sq mi
Coordinates39.4555°N, 87.9964°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.2-point margin. 83.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 51.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density427/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants43
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home1.7%

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